Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration
A Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration will prepare students for leadership roles in one of the fastest-growing fields. With a comprehensive curriculum that covers essential aspects of healthcare administration, policy, finance, and ethics, graduates will be well-equipped to drive improvements in healthcare delivery and organizational performance. As healthcare continues to evolve, the skills and knowledge gained from this program will enable graduates to make a significant impact on the quality and efficiency of healthcare services, ultimately contributing to better patient outcomes and a more effective healthcare system.
Careers in the field of healthcare administration include private practice office manager, healthcare consultant, and medical reimbursement specialist. Graduates can also pursue careers in management, including healthcare human resource manager, nursing home administrator, health services manager, hospital administrator, and administrative services manager.
Those interested in continuing their studies pursue graduate programs in healthcare administration, public health, or related fields.
Purpose and Program Learning Outcomes (PLO) for the B.S. in Healthcare Administration
Purpose: The bachelor's in healthcare administration degree equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively manage healthcare facilities. Graduates will be equipped to handle administrative functions, implement healthcare policies, manage finances, and ensure compliance with regulations, thereby playing a crucial role in enhancing the overall quality and efficiency of healthcare services.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration will:
- PLO 1: Integrate ethical principles from a Christian worldview within healthcare administration practices.
- PLO 2: Demonstrate effective written communication skills in healthcare administration.
- PLO 3: Demonstrate effective oral communication skills in healthcare administration.
- PLO 4: Utilize technology to make data-driven decisions to improve patient care and healthcare quality.
- PLO 5: Develop a strategic plan to improve healthcare access and outcomes.
- PLO 6: Apply advanced management and administrative skills to ensure the sustainability of healthcare organizations.
The Los Angeles Pacific University Core comprises the General Education requirements and the LAPU Distinctives. Students are encouraged to complete the Core before beginning their major requirements. General Education requirements may be met by transfer work. The LAPU Distinctives are required for all undergraduate degrees at LAPU.
| Requirement | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | 25 | |
| LAPU Distinctives | 9 | |
| Total Credits | 34 | |
General Education
| Requirement | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| English Communication | ||
| COMM 105 | Public Communication | 3 |
| ENGL 105 | Introduction to Academic Research and Writing | 3 |
| Arts | ||
| ARTS 110 | Introduction to Art | 3 |
| Humanities | ||
| ENGL 115 | Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| or PHIL 205 | Introduction to Philosophy | |
| or PHIL 210 | Introduction to Ethics | |
| Quantitative Reasoning | ||
| STAT 280 | Applied Statistics | 3 |
| Behavioral Sciences | ||
| ECON 203 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| Social Sciences | ||
| HIST 202 | World Civilizations | 3 |
| or HIST 204 | U.S. History from 1865 | |
| or HIST 420 | United States History and the Constitution | |
| Physical and Biological Sciences | ||
| BIOL 105 | General Biology/Lab | 4 |
| or BIOL 230 | Anatomy and Physiology I/Lab | |
| or CHEM 115 | Chemistry for Health Sciences/Lab | |
| or NSCI 150 | Introduction to Astronomy/Lab | |
| Total Credits | 25 | |
LAPU Distinctives
| Requirement | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIBL 100 | Introduction to Biblical Literature: Exodus/Deuteronomy | 3 |
| BIBL 230 | Introduction to Biblical Literature: Luke/Acts | 3 |
| ISTU 101 | Success in the University 1 | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
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Must be taken at LAPU.
To earn the Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration, students must complete the following degree components:
| Requirement | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core 1 | 28 | |
| Program Requisites | 15 | |
| Major Requirements | 36 | |
| Electives | 41 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
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34 credits total; 6 credits are counted below in Program Requisites.
In order to earn the Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration, students must complete the following required courses while achieving a minimum cumulative grade-point average (GPA) of 2.0 in their major courses.
| Requirement | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core | ||
| Core Requirement 1 | 28 | |
| Program Requisites | ||
| ACCT 210 | Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 220 | Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| ECON 203 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECON 204 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| STAT 280 | Applied Statistics | 3 |
| Major Requirements | ||
| BUSN 395 | Project Management | 3 |
| HCAD 300 | Introduction to Healthcare Administration | 3 |
| HCAD 310 | Human Resource Management in Healthcare | 3 |
| HCAD 330 | Healthcare Information Systems | 3 |
| HCAD 340 | Healthcare Operations | 3 |
| HCAD 380 | Healthcare Marketing | 3 |
| HCAD 400 | Healthcare Policy and Economics | 3 |
| HCAD 420 | Healthcare Organizational Leadership and Management | 3 |
| HCAD 490 | Undergraduate Healthcare Administration Capstone | 3 |
| HMGT 300 | Healthcare Laws and Regulations | 3 |
| HMGT 320 | Healthcare Financial Management | 3 |
| HMGT 410 | Healthcare Ethics and Quality Control | 3 |
| Electives 2 | 41 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
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34 credits total; 6 credits are counted in Program Requisites.
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Students may choose from any course in the catalog. If students wish to complete a concentration, they may complete a maximum of two concentrations.
Students may also earn up to 30 credits of electives via Prior Learning Assessment (PLA).